| Understanding Childhood Eczema Contributor(s): Titman, Penny (Author) |
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ISBN: 047084759X ISBN-13: 9780470847596 Publisher: Wiley OUR PRICE: $19.71 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2003 Annotation: 'Sometimes I think I can't bear it, I can't do it, but I do because I have no choice. Who else is going to do it?' Although eczema is a common childhood complaint, it can be an emotional, painful and frustrating condition to cope with for the family, as well as the child. "Understanding Childhood Eczema" tackles these difficulties with sympathy and understanding, showing you how to deal with tantrums, sleep problems, scratching, teasing, and lots more. Packed full of practical advice for choosing and managing different treatments, Penny Titman also talks about how having a child with eczema can affect other family members. Am I spoiling my child because of the eczema? What about the other children? Am I neglecting my partner or myself? Lots of people will offer you advice when your child has eczema. "Understanding Childhood Eczema" will help you decide what is best for your child, your family and you. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Health & Fitness | Diseases - Skin - Family & Relationships - Medical | Pediatrics |
| Dewey: 618.925 |
| LCCN: 2003001376 |
| Series: Understanding Illness and Health |
| Physical Information: 0.39" H x 6" W x 9" (0.41 lbs) 124 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Family |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: As many parents know, eczema amongst children can be a difficult, painful and frustrating condition to cope with for the parent andthe child. It frequently causes irritable behaviour in the child and sleepdisruption. This can result in parenting difficulties, and may evenplace the child at increased risk of behavioural and emotionalproblems. In addition to covering the medical aspects of the condition, Understanding Childhood Eczema focuses on the psychologicalconsequences and how they can be managed, as well as psychologicalfactors in treatment. Revealing the advantages and drawbacks of conventional therapies, this easy-to-follow guide explains all aspects of childhood eczemain an accessible manner to help you and your child cope with thisdistressing condition. Penny Titman is an experienced clinical child psychologist who hasextensive experience in working with children and families withchronic health problems. She has completed a PhD on thepsychological impact of skin conditions on children and theirfamilies which included a study of childhood eczema on the family. |
